Medicinal cannabis has wide range therapeutic properties that may be beneficial for treating various chronic disease
Medicinal Cannabis |
Cannabis is part of a flowering
plant family called the Cannabaceae. This family contains 11 genera and around
170 species. There are several potential uses for cannabis, including the
treatment of chronic pain in adults. The National Academies of Sciences,
Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) recently held a position on the use of
cannabis for the treatment of chronic pain in adults. It has substantial
evidence for improving pain and nausea associated with chemotherapy and has
some limited evidence for treating PTSD symptoms.
The Global
Medicinal Cannabis Market is estimated
at US$ 5,448.4 million in 2019 and is expected to witness a CAGR of 24.4% over the forecast period
(2019 – 2027).
Although the FDA has limited
access to medical cannabis research, there are several studies that show that
cannabis is an effective treatment. Most of these studies are surveys of
cannabis users' habits. Basic science studies are also underway. Many of these
studies investigate the effects of endocannabinoid compounds on the
endocannabinoid system in the brain. Survey studies also involve anonymous
assessments of users' habits. There are currently no well-conducted randomized
trials of cannabis therapy for medical conditions, but sixty percent of the
studies have proven that cannabis is safe for patients.
Despite the risks associated with
marijuana use, it is still a highly effective treatment for a variety of
ailments. There are many forms of marijuana available. Some forms of the plant
are available as food supplements or as an infused oil. It is also available as
a crossover therapy. For cancer patients, cannabis-based products are
considered an excellent treatment. Its potential is not fully understood,
however, because there is still a lack of high-quality evidence regarding the
safety of marijuana-based medications.
Regardless of the form in which it is consumed, medicinal cannabis is a complex subject that requires a legalization. There is encouraging evidence that medicinal cannabis has the potential to help people with psychiatric conditions.
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